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"Hello, this is Sougo Ousaka. Please leave a message
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"Hello, this is Sougo Ousaka. Please leave a message
and I'll get back to you as soon as I can."
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[ lending his gloves, lending his hand - they're all things of the same nature to him, simple to do and twice as fulfilling. hand in hand, ryuu is content to just walk along the streets for a while, nothing the prominence of colorful antler decorations instead of things he'd be used to, like tinsel and holly.
with a nod upwards to draw attention to the antlers, he tips aside so sougo can hear him better. ]
Those are unique, aren't they? Do you suppose they have something to do with the moons?
[ like much of this city's other traditions. blessings aside, ryuu can't help but be a little fascinated when he can look at it this way. ]
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[All of them are best when combined, as far as Sougo is concerned, but that thought quickly falls aside when the other option is holding Ryuu's hand in his, broad and warm.
Cheeks lightly flushed from more than the cold, walking side by side and gazing up at the decorations seems almost dreamlike. And somehow, even though there's still a trace of nervousness thrumming within him, Sougo can't help being surprised by how comfortable he feels at Ryuu's side. Maybe it's the Chroma, or maybe something's changed between them after all.]
Are they antlers? Deer are associated with Iris, but Iris isn't in effect right now... [If it were, he certainly wouldn't be so composed right now.] So maybe they have some sort of significance here. They definitely give off a different feeling from the decorations we're used to, don't they?
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[ the learning curve has been steep on many things, but not all of them. this is one of those moments where he feels content to do as he would at home, though maybe an opportunity like this wouldn't have come... but it's neither here nor there, right now. ]
Come to think of it though, I do remember reading something about the Moonblessings corresponding to seasons.
[ which would make sense. but ah, his first nebulously planned stop is coming up, and he nudges his arm a bit, nodding to a little stall with a handsome line outside it. overhead is a cute, dainty menu made of intricate neon lights, detailing an absurd amount of hot chocolate flavor combinations. ]
Would you look at that, it's so busy already!
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Moonblessings relating to seasons is a curious thought, but the gentle nudge to his arm comes just as Sougo's about to respond, and a glance over to the bustling little stall is enough to make all other thoughts fall to the wayside. This really, really looks like a slightly upgraded version of all of the niche food and drink stalls in Tokyo... and it's all hot chocolate, too? ]
When you said hot chocolate, I had no idea that this is what you meant!
[All thoughts of choking down sugary sweet hot chocolate for Ryuu's sake are swiftly pushed aside. Given this array of flavors, less sweet options must be available, but Sougo glances away from the list rather quickly in favor of smiling up at Ryuu.]
I should have known that you would surprise me. How did you come across such a unique place?
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[ bringing them over to the line, he steps into place without much fanfare, though he does give a point to a particular section of the menu that's quite adventurous. ]
Like that. Did you know there's an option to put spice in your hot chocolate?
[ not like cinnamon, or nutmeg - but legitimately cayenne, things like that. ]
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There really are a lot of them, aren't there? I would have never thought of most of these combinations.
[Right as Ryuu points up to the more abnormal section of the menu, however, his eyes grow a little wider.]
Spice... You're right.
[The association is so simple, perhaps even natural for anyone that knows him, but it's more than enough to warm his heart as just a hint of color rises to his already rosy cheeks.]
Thank you for thinking of me. And there's dark chocolate, too... I can't wait to try it. [As if there was any question what he'd choose.] Has anything caught your eye, Tsunashi-san?
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Maybe I'll have something with dark chocolate too? I actually like bitter drinks quite a lot.
[ not to say something sweet is out of the question, but he can get regular hot cocoa anywhere, can't he? it only seems right to try something adventurous too. ]
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[Awamori may be on the sweeter side, but Sougo knows perfectly well that Ryuu has never had trouble with any drinks during their outings together. Having a broad palate suits him somehow... friendly and rarely willing to turn anything down.]
Once we get them, you're always welcome to try my drink. It would be a waste not to, given how unique the flavors are.
[It's hot chocolate, so it surely can't be that spicy. Maybe he'll go light on the spice for Ryuu's sake... just in case.]
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[ ryuu has to laugh, reactive as ever. not saying maybe he barely remembers half the things they've consumed in their bar hopping adventures, but... maybe he barely remembers half the things they've consumed in their bar hopping adventures. ]
During the summer, I like cold barley tea quite a lot. That kind of refreshing is different from a cozy winter drink, though!
[ at least to him. he thinks about things like this a lot. ]
So if you're sure, I wouldn't mind trying it out. Your choices are so interesting.
[ and one order at a time, they're nearly to the front of the line! ]
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[In complete and total honesty, Sougo probably remembers even less of their bar hopping adventures and alcohol-filled outings, but... it's probably best not to mention that, given that he's just a little afraid of what he's done during them.]
Of course! It's much nicer to share, after all. This one lines up with my personal tastes, but I'll be happy if you enjoy it too.
[Not that he knows how it tastes yet, but with a line this long, the hot chocolate here has to be good. And speaking of the line, they're up next!]
Would you like to order first?
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Here, order yours too! It'll be my treat.
[ this is ryuu's overly excited way of saying he's not going to take "no" for an answer.
plus, his chroma's burning a hole in his pocket, so to speak. ]
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Saying anything to take away the sparkle in those eyes would feel like a crime. He'll just have to treat Ryuu to something else later!]
If you insist, then... Thank you. I'm looking forward to drinking something warm to stave off the cold.
[And yet... Just barely, he squeezes Ryuu's hand a little tighter.]
But to tell you the truth, just being beside you is enough to make me feel a little warmer.
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I feel warm like this too. Probably because that makes me happy to hear! Tenn stuck close to me like this when we went to Hokkaido for the first time too, even though I'm the one who's not used to being cold!
[ a laugh - never expect him to pass up an opportunity to sell out his fellow members. purely, of course.
it doesn't take long for their hot chocolates to be made once he's paid, so with drinks gingerly in hand, he motions to move them off and back towards the sidewalk, stopping politely so as not to have them drink and walk at the same time. he lifts his cup, nose already reddened. ]
Here we are. Cheers?
Emerges from the depths.
But before Sougo can get too lost in his thoughts, the hot chocolates are finished, and he gladly follows Ryuu to the sidewalk.]
Cheers.
[Bringing their paper cups together doesn't make the same clink sound that their call of "cheers!" usually accompanies, but Sougo lifts his cup to his lips all the same, taking a modest sip before breaking out into a smile. ]
It's wonderful. No wonder this place is popular. [Are other people ordering spicy hot chocolate? Probably not, but the spice curbs the sweetness and melds with it beautifully, so Sougo couldn't be more pleased.] How is yours, Tsunashi-san? You have to try this when you get a chance.
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You're right, it's really great! It's a little... [ he hums ] "toasty", I think is what I'd describe it as. Not too sweet at all!
[ he can only assume sougo's is toasty in a whole different kind of way, but only one way to know for sure! ]
Here, let's swap.
[ he holds out his cup, minding his hands so there's no chance of dropping it. ]
And after this, we can look for a place to sit.
♡
[It's funny, really, how something as simple as watching Ryuu light up so beautifully is enough to make the warmth in Sougo's hands spread up through his cheeks. Sharing drinks may not be completely unfamiliar territory - it's come with their drinking outings over time (alongside the many, many silent meltdowns in Sougo's head that he's finally learned to move past, for the most part), but there's still something so carefree and intimate about it that he feels a swell of gratefulness rise up as they trade drinks.
Naturally, he isn't about to take the first sip. But Ryuu probably knows that by now, so waiting isn't quite so awkward. And it's well worth it, at that - the equally modest sip he takes is much more pleasant than he expected, and it likely shows on his face as he naturally warms into a delighted smile.]
It's just as delicious as you make it sound.
[But he doesn't want to hold onto it for too long, and carefully offers the cup back with a sturdy hand and a mild laugh beneath his breath. There may not be any open seats near the hot chocolate stand, but there's no questioning that they'll find somewhere nice to enjoy their drinks without much trouble.]
You're right, though - it really is toasty, like sitting by the fireside. It's a perfect winter drink.
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Mine might taste more traditional, but yours is pretty unique too! I'm glad it turned out to be delicious after all.
[ and that his choice hadn't lead this outing astray. it would be awkward if he'd chosen badly, after all... so that's one worry to put aside. with that in mind, ryuu uses his height advantage to find them a way through the throngs of people so they're not left standing and drinking. it's a bit of a squeeze here and there, but eventually he leads them out onto a walkway that branches away from the main square, where things are a little quieter, but no less illuminated. eventually, benches come into view, lining the well-kempt path around the square. it's far from empty, with prismal groups chatting and taking pictures by saturated neon light, but much more tame in comparison to the vendor stalls.
pointing to a free spot with his cup-holding hand, he leans aside. ]
- ah, there. How does that look? Nice, right?
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[Being tall truly does have its advantages. Not that Sougo is particularly short - average height isn't so bad, but he's slight, and has a tendency to be too lenient with crowds in general. Waiting patiently for others and trailing behind large groups of people at a slower pace is just fine, as long as there's no immediate rush to get anywhere. But it can certainly be frustrating, so it really is amazing that Ryuu manages to lead them through the crowd so quickly.
And what a lovely place, too! The lights somehow seem much more dazzling with fewer people around.]
That's perfect.
[Just enough space for two people! Sougo still doesn't let go of Ryuu's hand as they make their way over to take a seat, not at all minding that they probably look an awful lot like a couple. Thinking too much on it would send his mind into overdrive, so he only takes a sip of his drink instead, grinning as he pulls back from it.]
Even with the chill in the air, I could stay out here for hours. It's beautiful, isn't it?